Is Krasnoyarsk more expensive than Novosibirsk?

Krasnoyarsk is 1.3% more expensive than Novosibirsk overall. Rent is 22.0% lower, groceries 2.3% more expensive, and restaurants 9.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Novosibirsk or Krasnoyarsk?

Novosibirsk has a purchasing power index of 61.6 while Krasnoyarsk has 56.9 (NYC = 100). Novosibirsk offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇺 Novosibirsk vs 🇷🇺 Krasnoyarsk

2026

Krasnoyarsk is 1.3% more expensive

Category	🇷🇺 Novosibirsk	🇷🇺 Krasnoyarsk	Difference
Cost of Living	37.3	37.8	+1.3%
Rent	12.3	9.6	-22.0%
Groceries	39.4	40.3	+2.3%
Restaurants	35.4	38.9	+9.9%
Purchasing Power	61.6	56.9	-7.6%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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